[Issue Closed] Ford THNK is stuck with anti-theft light blinking

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Yellowbird
Member since September 2022 • 30 posts

How can I retrieve my Ford THNK's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on December 18, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ford THNK. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 19, 2024

Replies (6)

Ironman
Member • 114 posts

Same issue here with my Ford THNK, let me know if it works.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 36 posts

Same issue here with my Ford THNK, let me know if it works.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 79 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Ford THNK too!

December 21, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 116 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Ford THNK!

December 22, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 37 posts

Saved me from towing my Ford THNK. Thanks!

December 23, 2024 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 82 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Ford THNK!

December 24, 2024 Reply

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